The Art of Climbing
Liz Miles
for Letters and Sounds Revised5
The Art of Climbing Contents
Why climb? 2
Climbing for exploration
Wall climbing 6
Big wall rock climbing
Parkour
Free running 11
Climbing at work
Climbing to rescue
Climbing for art
Climb on!
Glossary
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Why climb?
People climb for many reasons, whether it’s to rescue, for work, to explore, as a hobby, to compete or for art. There are many different ways to climb.
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Let’s delve into the amazing world of climbing
… Caution! Climbing can be dangerous. Do not climb without special training and equipment. 3
Climbing for exploration
In the past, tourists sometimes climbed up structures to discover more about them.
Visitors on an ancient Egyptian
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pyramid
the 1890s. Today, they would be fined for climbing here! 4
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Wall climbing
Some people climb on special walls in gyms.
Unlike a real rock wall, there are no crumbling ledges or wet conditions.
thumb and fingertips grip
climbing holds
toes push off
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knee pushed against wall
Climbers are taught to bridge large gaps with their bodies. Look at how this climber gets his limbs into position.
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Phonemes covered:
Climbing is a passion for many people! Discover the dizzying world of climbing to learn more! The Art
Climbing Stretch
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